ML17261A997
| ML17261A997 | |
| Person / Time | |
|---|---|
| Site: | Ginna  |
| Issue date: | 02/26/1990 |
| From: | Mecredy R ROCHESTER GAS & ELECTRIC CORP. |
| To: | Russell W NRC OFFICE OF INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT (IE REGION I) |
| References | |
| NUDOCS 9003130567 | |
| Download: ML17261A997 (6) | |
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NRC Znspection Report No. 50-244/90-01 R.E.
Ginna Nuclear Power Plant Docket No. 50-244
Dear Mr. Russell:
Within the scope of a
routine unannounced inspection of our Radiation Protection
- Program, the following concern was raised; The practice of allowing individuals to eat and drink within the secondary chemistry laboratory was indicated to be inconsistent with generally accepted industry standards.
Zn support of this, the inspector provided a
reference to 29 CFR 1910.141 which delineates the requirements for areas which are exposed to toxic materials.
Zn response to the concern presented, we have evaluated and changed our policy.
We no longer allow individuals to eat and drink in the chemistry laboratory.
The laboratory areas have been posted with warning signs indicating "Consumption of Food or Beverage Prohibited in Laboratory Area".
Zn further response to this concern, the Rochester Gas
& Electric Corporate Safety
& Health Services Department has been requested to provide further direction for other areas of the plant where this rule may apply.
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Mr. William T. Russell February 26, 1990 We have addressed the concern noted in your correspondence, as well as the potential impact on other plant work areas.
Very truly yours, Robert C.
Me redy Division Manager Nuclear Production xc:
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (Original}
Document Control Desk Washington, DC 20555 Ginna Station NRC Senior Resident Inspector
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475 Allendale Road King of Prussia, PA 19406
Subject:
NRC Inspection Report No. 50-244/90-01 R.E.
Ginna Nuclear Power Plant Docket No. 50-244
Dear Mr. Russell:
Within the scope of a
routine unannounced inspection of our Radiation Protection
- Program, the following concern was raised.
The practice of allowing individuals to eat and drink within the secondary chemistry laboratory was indicated to be inconsistent with generally accepted industry standards.
In support of this, the inspector provided a
reference to 29 CFR 1910.141 which delineates the requirements for areas which are exposed to toxic materials.
In response to the concern presented, we have evaluated and changed our policy.
We no longer allow individuals to eat and drink in the chemistry laboratory.
The laboratory areas have been posted with warning signs indicating "Consumption of Food or Beverage Prohibited in Laboratory Area".
In further response to this concern, the Rochester Gas
& Electric Corporate Safety
& Health Services Department has been requested to provide further direction for other areas of the plant where this rule may apply.
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Mr. William T. Russell February 26, l990 We have addressed the concern noted in your correspondence, as well as the potential impact on other plant work areas.
Very truly yours, Robert C.
Me redy Division Manager Nuclear Production xc:
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (Original)
Document Control Desk Washington, DC 20555 Ginna Station NRC Senior Resident inspector